Gary talks Collaboration on Able Diaries podcast
Society Building and Elliott Wood CEO Gary Elliott recently joined able partners on their Able Diaries podcast to reflect on his journey — from founding Elliott Wood in 1994 to establishing Society Building in 2019.
Able Diaries, hosted by Bill Webb and Ben Stuart of able partners, is a weekly podcast recorded from within Society Building. It explores a wide range of topics, from mentorship to the latest trends shaping the built environment.
In their conversation, Gary shared insights from his journey, including the early days of launching Elliott Wood and the vision behind creating Society Building—a collaborative workspace for professionals in the built environment.
He spoke candidly about the leap into entrepreneurship and the unique challenges and rewards of running a small practice. Ben and Bill added their perspective as a younger studio, highlighting the tangible benefits of being part of a industry-focused co-workspace and why they love being a part of Society Building.
As Gary puts it best, “The purpose (of Society Building) is to bring like-minded people together across different disciplines. Because collectively, we can have a greater impact on the industry than we can individually.”